Senior Healthcare Analyst - Advanced Analytics Population Health

About Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. We are looking for dedicated and motivated individuals who share our vision of transforming healthcare. As a Blue Cross associate, you are joining a culture that is built on values of succeeding together, finding a better way, and doing the right thing. If you are ready to make a difference, join us.

The Impact You Will Have

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is looking for a Senior Healthcare Analyst to join our Advanced Analytics Population Health team. The Senior Healthcare Analyst drives data-informed decision-making by evaluating clinical and operational programs that impact member outcomes and engagement. This role leverages advanced analytics, statistical methods, and modern data platforms (e.g., Databricks) to measure program effectiveness, assess clinical outcomes, and monitor care management performance. The analyst partners closely with business stakeholders to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights through compelling storytelling and visualization, enabling continuous improvement across healthcare initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

  • Uses databases for analysis and dissemination of information.
  • Performs complex analysis of data.
  • Researches, analyzes data, applies statistical methods when appropriate, and provides interpretation of outcomes.
  • Identifies issues to be researched, determining affected areas, estimating the impact and contributing to the resolution.
  • Implements improvements to process, analysis, and research methods.
  • Works with principal positions and management to understand and interpret the impacts to cost and quality of proposals using relevant data sources and analytic methods.
  • Assists in the implementation of new products and systems by providing actionable information and recommendations that evaluate the impact of the proposed products and systems.
  • May represent the division on corporate projects and may have leadership roles on these teams.
  • Independently manages issues that may arise on multiple tasks or projects with limited management involvement.
  • Acts as a resource for other members of the department and company on business issues and may be responsible for training and guidance of other employees.

Required Skills and Experience

  • 5+ years of related professional experience. All relevant experience including work, education, transferable skills, and military experience will be considered.
  • 2 years experience using programming and statistical software (e.g., SAS), use of various databases and other data sources, and performing analytics.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft software applications such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access.
  • Ability to perform and interpret a variety of statistical analyses.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate and interpret complex data.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks with competing priorities.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and with an ability to interpret and communicate analytical information to individuals and groups with varying levels of analytics expertise in a clear and concise manner.
  • Demonstrated ability to present complex results and conclusions to non-technical audiences and to senior decision-makers.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and in a team setting with individuals having diverse professional backgrounds including business, technical, and/or clinical.
  • High school diploma (or equivalency) and legal authorization to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree Master's degree.
  • Experience designing, developing, and executing analytic solutions using tools such as Databricks, SQL, and other modern data platforms.
  • Background in Public Health, Epidemiology, or Statistics is highly desired.
  • Knowledge of managed care and health care claims preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

Pay Range: $90,800.00 - $120,300.00 - $149,800.00 Annual

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position, including skills, ability, and knowledge the selected individual is bringing to the specific job.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package which may include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
  • And more

To discover more about what we have to offer, please review our benefits page.

Role Designation

Hybrid

Anchored in Connection

Our hybrid approach is designed to balance flexibility with meaningful in-person connection and collaboration. We come together in the office two days each week – most teams designate at least one anchor day to ensure team interaction. These in-person moments foster relationships, creativity, and alignment. The rest of the week you are empowered to work remote.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, we are committed to paving the way for everyone to achieve their healthiest life. Blue Cross of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action plan, as required by Minnesota law applicable to state contractors. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against based on any legally protected characteristic.

Individuals with a disability who need a reasonable accommodation in order to apply, please contact us at: talent.acquisition@bluecrossmn.com.

Blue Cross® and Blue Shield® of Minnesota and Blue Plus® are nonprofit independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
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